Speaking about the increased demand for vintage consoles, Murray Lambell, eBay’s electronics retail director, said: “It’s no surprise that old gaming classics, like the SNES, are currently having a retro revival. They captured the imagination of gamers across the world.

“eBay.co.uk is the perfect place to pick up or sell your retro tech.”

If you’ve got a classic console you think could be worth a bob or two, here are eBay’s top tips for getting the most cash for it.

Ultimate eBay selling tips

Keywords are key

Take the time to get your keywords right and bidders will flock.

When buyers search, eBay automatically looks for words in the listing’s title only, so it’s crucial to write your listing in your customers’ language and use the keywords they search for – especially brand and product names.

There are some keywords that are sure draws, including old and vintage.